Course: Introduction to Interior Design Certificate

This course provides an introduction to the principles and practices of interior design and presents students with foundation skills that can be applied in the context of their own environment.

Students will learn about the influence of architectural and decorative styles, how to combine different colours, materials and finishes, and the art of choosing and arranging furnishings and lighting for maximum effect.

Included materials

3 pencils
2 set squares
Measuring tape
A4 graph paper, drawing pad and tracing paper
Masking tape
Cutting blade
Colour wheel
Interior Design textbook
Fabric sample pack
Living room/bedroom furniture cut-outs (for room plans)
Success with Decorating CDs #1 and #2

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Course Number	E0065
Course Fees From	$46.07 per week View our payment options

Delivery mode:	Print or online
Course duration:	Max 18 months
Assessments:	3 written assessments, 6 multiple choice assessments
Qualification:	Open Colleges Certificate
Nationally Recognised	No
Government Funding	No

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	Introduction to interior design Definition of good interior design Questions to ask when planning a design Scale and plan models Schedules and budgets
	Elements of design Importance of line and direction Suitable sizes and shapes of furniture and ornaments
	Context of colour Texture and pattern Creating optical illusions
	Selecting a style Studying architectural styles of building Decorative styles in history Factors influencing the use of a room Effective use of patterns and textures
	Lighting for illumination General, decorative and task lighting Incandescent and fluorescent lights Lighting and colour schemes
	Colour: parts 1 and 2 Colour wheel Planning a colour scheme How colour creates mood and ambience Characteristics of various colours
	Furniture: parts 1 and 2 Arranging furniture Furniture styles Terms to describe furniture types Cleaning and caring for furniture
	Flooring Different types of flooring and foor covering Differences between carpets and their construction Planning floor schemes for different rooms in different types of homes
	Special treatments Select a floor covering to suit a room Popular furnishing fabrics Various types of window treatments Effects of natural and artificial lighting
	Walls and windows Different wall coverings Window treatments to enhance or disguise windows Historical treatments for walls and windows Some practical do-it-yourself decorating
	The finishing touch Planning effective lighting Instructing an electrician Preparing a lighting plan Adding interest with accessories Creating interesting tablescapes Using decorative objects Creating impact with plants and flowers Decorating interiors to blend with exteriors Overseeing a scheme from start to finish

Entry requirements

Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.

Minimum education

Year 10 or equivalent OR
relevant qualification OR
relevant vocational experience.

Minimum age

Minimum age of 16 years. If you are under 18 your application must be signed by a parent or guardian.

Computer requirements

Students will need access to a computer and the internet. For students who do not have access to either a computer or the internet please contact a student support officer to discuss alternative methods of communication.

Minimum specifications for the computer are:

Microsoft Office 2003 or equivalent, and
Microsoft Windows 98, or
Mac OS X, and
CD-ROM drive.

Students will also need access to a printer and the following applications:

Adobe Acrobat Reader and
Macromedia Flash player.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language and you did not complete the last two years of secondary education in English, you are required to provide evidence of English language competency before enrolling into the course. Examples of appropriate evidence are listed below:

Evidence	Example
IELTS	Overall score of 5.5
TOEFL	530 (paper), 197 (computer) or 71 (internet)
12 months in English-speaking employment	Testimonial, statutory declaration

Additional requirements

There are no additional requirements for this course.

Upon completion of this course, you will have developed a better understanding of the subject area and be able to put your new skills into practice.

Paula Hanigan

Paula started out studying to be a nurse before realising that her future lay in the creative world of interiors. Today, Paula has more than 15 years' experience in interior design. She worked for a number of large design firms and had teams of designers reporting to her before she decided to branch out on her own.

Since setting up her own company in Sydney dealing with corporate projects and large residential developments, some of Paula's clients have included Calyon Australia Limited, Symphony Australia and Wizard Home Loans. Paula is also a member and keen supporter of the Design Institute of Australia.

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